Associate Medical Director (Promotional Medical Education)

Associate Medical Director (Promotional Medical Education)Remote - Canada;
Remote - USA
At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
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Position Summary:
Real Chemistry is seeking a talented and dynamic Associate Medical Director
to join our growingmedicalcommunicationsteam. This role is an excellent opportunity to lead the development ofcutting-edge, high-impactscientificcontent that elevatesmedicaleducation andadvancespatient outcomes.
As an Associate Medical Director, you’ll leverage your expertise in medical writing and scientific storytelling to drive impactful deliverables across multiple therapeutic areas. You’ll partner with cross-functional teams, and cultivate strong client relationships to ensure excellence in all aspects of our work.
This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—New York City, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Carmel (IN), or Lambertville (NJ)—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs. We are also open to remote applicants in Canada.
This role requires working eastern US hours.
Whatyou’lldo:
Oversee a team of medical writers within assigned therapeutic areas and client accounts;
provide leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and supporting professional growth within the team
Review and revise medical content to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment with client strategies
Counsel and serve as integral partnertoclientsin the development of various medical strategies and in the design and analysis of related medical communication tactics and deliverables
Serve as the primary medical point of contact for clients on projects and deliverables, building trust and maintaining open communication while providing strategic and tactical guidance
Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client guidelines and industry regulations
Understand project scopes and statuses and partner with account/project leads to ensure accurate budgeting, timely resourcing, and effective communication within cross-functional teams
Contribute to business growth by supporting the development of new business proposals and participating in client pitches
Perform any other duties as reasonablyassigned—duties and responsibilities may relate to business development, departmental or agency-wide initiatives, and more
This position is a perfect fit for you if:
Our company values—Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always,andAccountability with an “I”—really speak to you
You thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and can adapt to shifting priorities with resilience and resourcefulness
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for diving deep into scientific data and distilling actionable insights in a compelling and compliant manner
You are a natural leader and team player, with a positive, solutions-oriented, and client-focused approach to challenges
What you should have:
3+ years of experience in healthcare communications within an agency, with a demonstrated track record of developing high-quality deliverables
Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline (PhD, MD, or PharmD preferred)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive scientific narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including primary care physicians and specialists
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across diverse accounts, maintaining high-quality standards under pressure
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat as well as familiarity with online proofing platforms (eg, Workfront Proof, Ziflow) and Veeva Vault
Proficiency with AI tools and resources to facilitate research and develop content in an efficient and responsible manner
Pay Range:
$100,000 - $125,000This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work®certified;
check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here .
We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and supportandaccess to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: .
At Real Chemistry, we believe we're at our best when we're connected. Our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach is designed to foster collaboration, learning, innovation, and meaningful relationships while providing flexibility where appropriate. Because our workforce spans multiple countries, regions, and client needs, work arrangements may vary by role and location. Some positions offer hybrid or remote flexibility, while others require regular in-office presence. For example, certain teams and regions, including some of our UK operations, have office-based requirements. Your recruiter will discuss the specific expectations for the role you’re pursuing during the interview process and keep you informed throughout the hiring journey.For employees located within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office, we require in-person attendance two days per week, either from a Real Chemistry office or when working onsite with clients. Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remotely and come together throughout the year for collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities.While these guidelines reflect our current workplace model, we understand that everyone’s circumstances are unique. If you require additional flexibility, we welcome an open conversation with your recruiter and our HR team to discuss your needs and determine what may be possible.
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